You men have none of you any hearts.''If we have not hearts, we have eyes; and they give us torment enough.

Summary

This quote suggests that while men may lack emotional sensitivity (hearts), they are still capable of perceiving and experiencing pain and distress through their observation (eyes). The speaker implies that even though men may not outwardly express their emotions, their ability to see and witness suffering is enough to cause them torment. It is a reminder that everyone, regardless of their emotional disposition, can still feel empathy and be affected by the hardships they witness.

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